Community Church to Hold Music Camp for Kids

By JENNIFER HRYNYK

June 1, 2013 at 3:34 PM

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At the camp, children will sing, play instruments and create their own works of art, while preparing for a performance of the fun jazz cantata for young singers “100% Chance of Rain.” Sign up for Music & Arts Camp (July 15 - 19) and for Vacation Bible Camp (August 26-30) by visiting www.CommunityChurch.org.

Jamie Shiell, director of Community Church’s Music & Arts Camp, leads a student during instrument class in preparation for a performance.

SHORT HILLS: May 22, 2013 Community Congregational Church in Short Hills is taking registrations for a kids’ Music & Arts Camp to be held this July. At the Music & Arts Camp, kids will sing, play instruments and create their own works of art, while preparing for a performance of the fun jazz cantata for young singers “100% Chance of Rain” – and your kids are invited to be a part of the fun!

It’s the perfect combination of learning and fun - with activities including choir & voice training, Orff instrumental ensembles, art, drama, movement and handbells, kids will not only learn about music & the arts, but have fun while doing so!

The camp will be held at Community Church in Short Hills from July 15th - 19th from 9am - 2pm for students entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children entering 6th grade and up may participate by contacting JWS1971@gmail.com. The cost for the whole week (or any part of it) is $125 for members and $150 for non-members.

The Music & Arts Camp is part of the Church’s programming for kids of all ages, which includes Vacation Bible Camp from August 26th - 30th and children’s choirs. Visit www.CommunityChurch.org to register for one or both of the camps and to find out more about other programs.

Community Congregational Church is located on the corner of Hartshorn Drive and Parsonage Hill Road, at 200 Hartshorn Drive, Short Hills. Questions about the camps, children’s program or how to get involved can be directed to the church office at (973) 379-5600. Visit www.CommunityChurch.org for more information and directions to the church.

Community Congregational Church welcomes all people, regardless of former or present religious affiliation and seeks to bring people together to create a community in terms of Christ’s spirit. The church is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, and welcomes visitors and new members. For more information, visit www.CommunityChurch.org.

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